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BEYOND LOCAL: Scientists are discovering ways to destroy 'forever chemicals'

BEYOND LOCAL: Scientists are discovering ways to destroy 'forever chemicals'

But this growing global health problem isn’t going away soon
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BEYOND LOCAL: An economist has answers about the Inflation Reduction Act

BEYOND LOCAL: An economist has answers about the Inflation Reduction Act

Don’t expect the Inflation Reduction Act to bring down prices all that much
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BEYOND LOCAL: Latest price data offers some back-to-school inflation relief

BEYOND LOCAL: Latest price data offers some back-to-school inflation relief

While laptops have dropped in price, old-school supplies like pencils and markers are getting more expensive
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BEYOND LOCAL: The metaverse isn’t here yet, but it already has a long history

BEYOND LOCAL: The metaverse isn’t here yet, but it already has a long history

As far back as the late ‘80s people could venture into a virtual online world
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BEYOND LOCAL: An interfaith discussion on the role of religion in mental health

BEYOND LOCAL: An interfaith discussion on the role of religion in mental health

Human connections can help people through difficult times
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BEYOND LOCAL: 5 ways university students can foster positive mental health

BEYOND LOCAL: 5 ways university students can foster positive mental health

The transition into a new school year is a good time to proactively consider how to foster positive well-being
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BEYOND LOCAL: Mature students face barriers that need to be addressed

BEYOND LOCAL: Mature students face barriers that need to be addressed

A chance to rethink one’s career or attend school remotely in the pandemic may affect why some mature students are returning to school
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Houseplants don’t just look nice – they can also give your mental health a boost

Houseplants don’t just look nice – they can also give your mental health a boost

Not having access to nature can have a number of effects on our health.
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Why it’s important to think about social media use as a form of dissociation, rather than addiction

Why it’s important to think about social media use as a form of dissociation, rather than addiction

Many researchers think dissociation occurs on a spectrum.
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Parenting styles vary across the US

Parenting styles vary across the US

Many forces influence parents’ approaches, including demographic factors, religious traditions, economic status and technology.
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